Running Trainer recalls bicycles

The pedals can detach from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard

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Running Trainer of Australia is recalling about 245 Bionic Runner bicycles sold in the U.S. and Canada.

The pedals can detach from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard to riders.

The firm has received one report of a pedal detaching from the bicycle, resulting in an injury to a rider who fell off the bicycle and scraped his knees and finger.

This recall involves the Gen 2 Bionic Runner bicycles that mimic running motion. The bicycles are black and have red pedals and red trim around the wheels. The bicycles have a folding frame and “BIONIC RUNNER” is printed in white on the side of the stirrups.

The bicycles, manufactured in China, were sold online at Running Trainer’s website, www.run4.com, from May 2016, through September 2016, for about $900.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Running Trainer to receive free replacement pedals. The firm has contacted all registered owners directly.

Consumers may contact Running Trainer at 800-603-4631 from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. (ET) Monday through Sunday, by email at support@run4.com or online at www.run4.com and click on “Safety Notices” at the bottom of the page for more information.

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